Intrepid V6-3.5L VIN K (2003)
Proceed with the Caster Bias procedure before attempting the Camber Bias procedure.
CASTER BIAS
On a vehicle that leads left, create more caster on the left than on the right. On a right lead vehicle, the procedure is opposite. Try to get at least 0.8
degree of cross caster, but do not exceed the maximum specification of 1.0 degree.
1. Loosen the four engine cradle to frame bolts. Rotate the cradle forward on the side that you need to increase the caster.
2. Tighten the engine cradle to frame bolts to 163 Nm (120 ft. lbs.).
3. Center the steering wheel and set toe (toe must be reset before doing another caster sweep to ensure accuracy).
4. Verify that the lead is corrected. If vehicle still leads, continue with the Camber Bias procedure.
CAMBER BIAS
On a vehicle that leads left, create either more negative camber on the left or more positive camber on the right. On a right lead vehicle, the procedure
is opposite. To minimize uneven tire wear, try to achieve the same amount of camber bias on each side. For example, if the car leads left, compensate
by setting the front left camber to -0.3 degrees and front right camber to +0.3 degrees. Do not exceed cross camber maximum specification of 0.7
degree, or individual camber specification of -0.6 to +0.6 degrees.
1. Raise the front of the vehicle until the front suspension is not supporting the weight of the vehicle and tires are clearing the floor. Remove the
preferred wheel and tire assembly.
2. Remove one of the strut clevis to knuckle bolts and loosely assemble a reduced shank bolt and nut (Available through the Mopar Parts system) in
its place. Loosen the other strut clevis to knuckle bolt to provide for adjustment. In severe cases where a wide range of adjustment is required, two
reduced shank bolts should be used per knuckle. Repeat the procedure to the other side strut clevis as necessary.
3. Install the wheel and tire assembly. Lower the vehicle until the full weight of the vehicle is resting on the suspension.
4. Adjust the front camber to the preferred setting by physically pushing in or pulling out the top of the wheel and tire assembly as required. When
the camber is correct, tighten both strut clevis to knuckle bolts to 203 Nm (150 ft. lbs.). Set front toe to specifications.
